Java Full stack Developer

NPAworldwide; Cheltenham; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexitime

Learning budget

Private healthcare

Matched pension

Monthly socials

Job summary

NPAworldwide is looking for Full Stack Java/React Developers to enhance software solutions for the UK Government and Defence sector. This role involves designing secure systems and building scalable APIs while enjoying flexitime and remote work options.

The compensation ranges from £60,000 to £75,000 annually with additional benefits like private healthcare and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in Java and React or other modern frontend frameworks.
• Skilled in full-stack development with clean, maintainable code.
• Familiar with DevOps tools and practices.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test secure software systems using Java and React.
• Build scalable APIs and data pipelines.
• Deploy to cloud environments and contribute across the full development lifecycle.

Skills

Java

React

Full-stack development

CI/CD

Agile methodologies

Tools

GitLab

AWS

Azure

Job description

About the Role

We are hiring Full Stack Java/React Developers to join a mission‑led consultancy delivering modern software solutions to the UK Government and Defence sector. You'll be part of a high‑trust, agile team developing secure, scalable systems and progressive web apps that make a real difference.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test secure software systems using Java and React
• Build scalable APIs and data pipelines using modern architecture principles
• Leverage open‑source libraries, GitLab CI/CD, and infrastructure‑as‑code
• Deploy to cloud environments (AWS, Azure, and private cloud)
• Contribute across the full development lifecycle from requirements to delivery and beyond

Qualifications & Experience

• Strong experience in Java and React (or other modern frontend frameworks)
• Skilled in full‑stack development with clean, maintainable code
• Familiarity with DevOps tools & practices: containers, CI/CD, and infrastructure automation
• Comfortable in Agile teams (Scrum, Kanban)
• Confident collaborating with internal stakeholders and external clients
• Bonus: Exposure to secure or classified development environments

About You

We value curiosity, adaptability, and a growth mindset. You should enjoy solving complex problems and be excited about working with modern tech in a mission‑focused environment.

Benefits

• Flexitime – 37.5 hrs/week structured your way + remote options
• Learning budget for training, certifications, and conferences
• Private healthcare and matched pension
• Monthly socials and quarterly company meetups
• Career growth in a fast‑moving, meaningful sector

Salary

Annual Salary: £60,000 – £75,000 (GBP)

Equal Opportunity Statement

Our client is an equal opportunities employer and Disability Confident organisation. They are committed to building a diverse, inclusive team where everyone feels welcome and empowered to contribute.